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Q: What are common issues operators face while setting up
self-service coffee stations?
Joe Krawczyk: Creating an inviting self-service beverage
station with great tasting coffee can be challenging. Fluctuating
traffic over long periods of time can cause quality issues such as
cold coffee from burnt out fuel cans or burnt tasting coffee from
overheating with fuel or electricity. They also run the risk of fires
due to unattended fuel cans.
Q: What latest technologies help resolve some of these issues?
JK: Vacuum insulation removes the external heat source
altogether. This ensures the last cup of coffee poured is just as
hot and just as tasty as the first. The Flame Free™ Thermo-Urn™
from Service Ideas keeps coffee hot for over six hours without
the use of electricity or fuel. Combine this technology with a
beautiful design for a flawless coffee station.
Q: What should operators consider when purchasing an urn?
JK: Foodservice operators should consider the overall cost of
running a standard coffee urn. The
amount of money spent over time on
electricity and/or fuel cans greatly
exceeds the investment in a quality vac-
uum insulated urn from Service Ideas.
Q: Are there considerations when it
comes to aesthetics?
JK: Different types of foodservice
operators may consider different aes-
thetics for their urns. While a high-end
casino or hotel might desire a high-pol-
ished finish to match their decor, a convention center with high
traffic might prefer a brushed finish to disguise fingerprints. Both
stainless finishes are available in 1.5-, 3- and 5-gallon capaci-
ties. There are also black and white powder coated finishes
available in the 3-gallon size for those looking for a unique look.
serviceideas.com
NEW! BLACK & WHITE
POWDER COATED URNS
Our innovative Flame Free™ Thermo-
Urns™ are now available in black and
white. Same high-quality vacuum as our
original Thermo-Urns, now with a durable
black and white powder coated exterior.
Currently available for the 3-gallon size
only. Original polished and brushed
finishes available in 1.5-, 3- and 5-gallons.
1.800.328.4493
www.serviceideas.com
FLAME FREE
TM
THERMO-URN
TM
THE ORIGINAL
Spigot
3 Gallon Black
3 Gallon White
Get the Most Out of Your Coffee Service
The vacuum insulated
Flame Free™ Thermo-
Urn™ from Service Ideas
allows your customer's
coffee to taste fresh until
the last cup is poured.
A Q&A with Joe Krawczyk, VP of Sales, Service Ideas, Inc.